The three main ingredients of Vee's show, and life, are swiftly outlined - marriage to a (very logical) Dane, being a mother to three kids, and her own elderly mum back in India. Which takes her into how to survive decades of marriage and keep winning; adapting to the use of European-style child rearing strategies because Indian ones would be frowned upon here; and dealing with old people logic over the phone. There are a lot of smart observations about cultural differences and similarities, the games you can play on your spouse, and how to manipulate children to best advantage. There's a loveable warmth to her cynicism that keeps the audience onside, even if there's the odd sharp intake of breath at some of her suggestions. Like making your daughter feel guilty about bringing your own death that bit nearer....
There's also some touching moments, especially the reasons for the show's title. It's a solid, professional set, always enjoyable, with some memorable gags sprinkled in. No surprise that her shows are selling out.
Sindhu Vee : Sandhog is on at the Pleasance at 16.30 until 26 August, but all shows are now sold out.
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